Open Country FD-28SK Jerkymaster Dehydrator, 350-watt review and price compare 2025

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Product overview

Brand	Open Country
Material	Plastic
Color	White
Wattage	350 watts
Item Dimensions LxWxH	14 x 12.25 x 14 inches

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350 Watts with 1-touch switch operation
Fixed temperature- simply flip the switch and the temperature is set automatically
7 trays offer more than 7 sq. ft. of drying space
Detachable power head, base and drying trays are top-rack dishwasher safe for hassle-free cleanup
Recipe guide and spice packs

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Primal or Paleo snacks can be hard to find when you’re on the go. If you are a fan of jerky and want to steer clear of store bought snacks, consider making your own jerky with the Open Country Jerkymaster Dehydrator. It features an opaque case and tray construction that blocks light, preserving all nutrients in your foods. Patented Fan Flow Radial Air technology allows the top-mounted fan to disperse heat evenly for a fast, even drying process that does not require tray rotation. Drying racks are top-rack dishwasher safe for hassle-free cleanup.

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Questions about Open Country FD-28SK Jerkymaster Dehydrator, 350-watt

what add a tray will fit the fd28sk open country dehydrators?

Answer: I sent mine back! I need a refund!

Are the trays made of metal or plastic?

Answer: Trays are made of plastic.

Answer: The trays are plastic. Very durable and dishwasher safe.

Answer: Yes, the trays are made out of a polypropylene/Tupperware type of plastic. They clean up easily too after use.

Answer: They are plastic, very sturdy- evenly dried my jerky and fast! I love it.

Answer: Plastic. It works great!!!! Top shelf only in dish washer. I've made apples, pineapple, mango, beef jerky, etc. absolutely love it!

Answer: Plastic

how many trays does it have ?

Answer: It has 7 trays.

Answer: 7 trays, and you can buy more trays as well, I would not go over 10 trays as that would tax the blower motor, this is amazing dehydrator!

Answer: I believe it has 7 trays and they are about 15 inches in diameter. The very bottom is not a tray and is just a liquid collection pan and stand. Also, the very top is not a tray and is the lid which holds the dryer motor. I did buy this item twice and kept extra trays for more jerky making capacity.

Answer: 4 trays

Answer: comes with 6 trays.

Answer: 7

Answer: I believe it has 7 you can make a lot of jerky lol

Answer: 7

Answer: 8

Will this dry cut strips of meat? Do I have to use ground meat?

Answer: It will dry strips of meat. You don't have to use ground meat.

Answer: Yes, strips of meat can be used. We also did ground meat and apples but I suggest using citric solution on apples to help make them crisp.

Answer: Yes it will and you do not have to use ground meat.

Answer: Yes, I use it to make beef jerky. Dries thin stripes of beef in 10-15 hours.

Answer: If it works, yes. That is what it is made to do. Mine exploded upon plugging it in.

Is it bpa free?

Answer: Yes, it is bpa free.

What is the fixed dehydrating temperature for this unit?

What replacement trays can be used for this model?

Answer: From OEM I guess. I ended up buying a high-end unit

What temperature is it set at?

Answer: They start off at 130-140 degrees when you first turn it on then it goes up to 160 degrees for the duration

Answer: Around 145

What size clean a screen would fit the open country fd-28sk dehydrator?

Answer: 14”

Can you dry fruit?

Answer: absutely

Are these made to turn off and on to keep steady temp?

Answer: Steady temp yes...I use outlet timer to cut on and off. I absolutely love mine!!! I make beef jerky, dried apples, mango etc. would highly suggest it!

Answer: no...it blows a constant tempature like a hair dry

Answer: No, stays on continuously. I start drying beef jerky in the evening and it’s done in the morning.

Are the trays the same size? My original trays were 13 1/2 inches. The one I just purchased is much smaller

Answer: The trays in the unit should all be the same, as this unit hasn't changed size. Our first recommendation is to check to make sure that they are the same model number, as different models have different tray sizes, but the FD-28(SK) are always 13.5 inches in diameter. If they are the same model, please call our Customer Service team so we can ask some questions and get you the right trays.

Answer: The trays in the Open Country are 13 1/2 inches and are all the same size

Answer: I don’t have a tape with me but these are at least 13. The size of a large pizza or so

Answer: My trays are interchangeable.

Answer: Yes, at least the one I have, the trays are identical. Hint, parchment paper is good too use if dehydrating fruit.

my unit will turn off after a few hours. is this normal?

Answer: No, not normal. I run mine for 8 hours to dry beef Jerkey.

Answer: No, definitely no normal.

Answer: My unit ran all night without turning off. I made beef jerky and came out perfect.

Answer: No...unless it's a new safety feature??

Where is this dehydrator made?

Answer: This dehydrator is made with what we call "hybrid" production. The powerhead (motor) is made over in China, then brought to our Two Rivers, Wisconsin facility. Here, we make the Dehydrator's base, trays, as well as any of our dehydrators' accessories like Fruit Roll Sheets, extra trays, or jerky seasonings.

Answer: Mines says is was made in Two Rivers WI. I've had mine maybe 8 years now. I use it all the time.

Answer: Our fav place CHINA

what add a tray will fit the fd28sk open country dehydrators?

Answer: I sent mine back! I need a refund!

Can "fruit trays" that can be used with this dehydrator? If so, any suggestions of some that fit?

What temperature does this unit get to

Answer: Don't have the exact temperature but it acts similar to a blow dryer on medium heat...there is no heat setting. I use to make beef jerky and it works great. Fill up all trays in the evening and jerky is done in the morning. You don't want too much heat for drying out food.

Answer: It doesn't have a temp guage, just turn it on. It takes six hours to dry two pounds of ground jerky meat down to one pound for me. I wouldn't recommend less than six hours to be sure the meat is cured and cooked to consume safely. This is my second jerkymaster, the first one lasted many years an dried alot of jerky!!

Answer: It's been a while since I've made jerky, but I've hit 160 I'm pretty sure

Can i buy a motor for open country fd28?

Answer: Yes! I did!

It says fixed temperature, what temperature is that?

What is the voltage? 110 vac or 240 vac?

Answer: 110. I live mine. Works great.

Answer: 110

has anyone used this to dry fruits or vegetables? Or is it jerky only?

Answer:

Answer: I've only used for jerky but certain it will work well for fruit as well. Works great considering it only has 1 speed.

Answer: we use mostly for drying peppers. and making cinnamon/sugar dried apples

Answer: I have used mine to dehydrate herbs, sliced tomatoes, apple slices, kale leaves but use it most for dehydrating sliced chicken breast for the dog treat ball (cheaper than buying those bags of expensive chews). I highly recommend it!

Which replacement/extra trays fits this unit? Cant find any with the 28sk on description

Answer: The trays that you would need are the WT-2SG

what seasonings are included.?

Answer: I think there were 2 season packets with a finite amount their own recipe. It is better to depend on a recipe of your own creation. There also are tons of recipes on the internet. I like a pineapple juice, garlic, brown sugar cayan pepper brine.

Can i get a digital manual for this machine?

Product reviews of Open Country FD-28SK Jerkymaster Dehydrator, 350-watt

Amazon Customer : Five Stars

works great love it i run 3 of these and makes awesome jerky

Vincent C. Armenta : Excellent product and vendor. Thank you!

I love this machine! Use it regularly and saves me money and able to make jerky just the way my family and I had growing up.

Jhbrewm : Love it!

Awesome! Beef jerky, pineapple apples! Drys it all. Use it all the time and the kids eat it too! Word

Bhoj Rawal : Great product

Great product... It was my first experience with jerky and it turned out to be great. It took me 14 hrs to complete

johnintx : very good

excellent

Amazon Customer : Love it. Super easy

Love it. I use it and another just like it weekly

Turn it on and let it go

No temperature guessing. On. Off. It's peaches and cake!

johnintx : very good

excellent

DL : Highly recommended!

Awesome product! Only made beef Jerky so far, but it works great!!

Jerry Lum : works great! Easy to clean and with the heating unit ...

So far, works great! Easy to clean and with the heating unit on top, don't have to worry about cleaning all the drippings off the heating elements. Made 2 batches so far and dries meat in 5 to 6 hours...nice unit for the price.

Amazon Customer : Five Stars

works great love it i run 3 of these and makes awesome jerky

Amazon Customer : one of the best.

still using this one... one of the best.

C. S. Schwartzkopf : Great

Works great and fast

Vincent C. Armenta : Excellent product and vendor. Thank you!

I love this machine! Use it regularly and saves me money and able to make jerky just the way my family and I had growing up.

Jhbrewm : Love it!

Awesome! Beef jerky, pineapple apples! Drys it all. Use it all the time and the kids eat it too! Word

Jhbrewm : Love it!

Awesome! Beef jerky, pineapple apples! Drys it all. Use it all the time and the kids eat it too! Word

James Mosher : Fast!

Great for jerky. Done in 8 hours fast!!!

AMG : Didn't ever get a chance to make jerky.

This thing blew up the first time I flipped the power switch to on. Cue the price is right loser music.

Josh Otkin : Amazing for the price

Love open country dehydrators, wouldn't use anything else!

Shari Mac : This is a Good Buy!!!

This was a gift for my husband. He's been dehydrating with a unit that had no fan and had the heat source at the bottom of the unit. He feels that having the heat at the top, and a fan to keep air-flow circulating is much more efficient. He used to have to rotate the trays, so everything dried evenly. He doesn't have to rotate trays anymore. Not only does this make him really happy, but everything comes out more evenly dried.
Excellent Buy!!!

Craftsman lawn mower : SIMPLE SIMPLE SIMPLE

These are the best dehydrators hands down no electric circuit board or complicated buttons and timers. On or off and it dries perfectly

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